Sanitation Supervisor 3rd Shift
$75,000–$88,000 year
On-siteWaukegan, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Supervise and coordinate all 3rd shift sanitation activities across the facility, leading the team in cleaning production equipment, processing lines, and the plant environment to meet food safety and regulatory standards. Verify lines are properly sanitized prior to startup, conduct pre-operational inspections, and review documentation including chemical logs and titration records to ensure compliance with GMPs and OSHA standards. Coach, train, and develop employees while building a positive team culture, address performance concerns, and partner with Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams to minimize downtime. Identify improvement opportunities related to efficiency and chemical usage, assist in audit readiness, and maintain shift communication with detailed pass-down updates. Support staffing coverage, scheduling, and overtime planning as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2–3 years of sanitation experience in food manufacturing
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation procedures, GMPs, HACCP, and chemical handling practices
- Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, and overtime
- Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.
- Ability to work in wet, cold, dusty, or chemical-exposed environments
- Must consistently follow all Woodland Gourmet food safety, quality, sanitation, and safety requirements
- Must be able to climb ladders and maneuver in small spaces
- Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment
- Exposure to dust, odors, and noise
Desired Qualifications
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- High School Diploma or GED
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